Keltum Lehbab, 6Medias, published on Monday, July 24, 2023 at 08:04
In a report released July 18, Santé Publique France highlights the recent effects of the heat wave.
According to a report published by Midi Libre, French public health regrets the large number of emergency visits for dehydration, hyperthermia as well as hyponatremia. Hyponatremia is an often overlooked risk associated with high fever, although it can sometimes be fatal.
Characterized by low levels of sodium in the blood, hyponatremia is mainly caused by excessive fluid intake, kidney failure, heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or use of diuretics.
According to the MSD Medical Reference Guide, the consequence of this risk is often cerebral dysfunction.
“Hyponatremia is characterized by lethargy and confusion, and in more severe cases, muscle twitching and spasms that gradually become unresponsive.”MSD says.
First symptoms
The main trigger factor is to avoid excessive and too rapid fluid intake, reminds Free lunch. The trap is then present at high temperatures when hydration is important. The secret is to favor small, regular amounts over large one-time amounts. Compliance with the daily limit of 5 liters, which must not be exceeded according to the water information centre. This limit must be adjusted according to diet and perspiration.
Therefore, it is recommended to moisturize carefully, listening to the feeling of thirst, and monitor the appearance of the first symptoms: lack of water; mouth and dry eyes to direct its intake.